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Labor Day Holiday The Carolina Times ill be closed on Monday, September 7, (he Labor Day Holiday. News items ft in door until 5 p.m. deadline, will collected periodically during the day. lank you. ishop Adams: Hacks Must Finance pelves For Liberation QCH-A \Nilsoh Library N c. Collection Ctepal^Hill NC 27514 ||^THE^UTwife!B»it£igP (USPS 091-380)" Words Of Wisdom One thorne of experience is worth a whole wilderness of warning. —James Russell I.owell ***** Nature made work a necessity, science made it a virtue, and habit can make it a pleasure. —Charles E. Becker .yillE 59 ■ NUMBER 36 DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5,1981 TELEPHONE (919 ) 682-2913 PRICE: 30 CENTS Minor Planet Named For Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Alderman tveloping a more, ble, less 'fialistic economic ymusi be a vital in- on in black "rica’s overall libera- ' strategy, Bishop H, Adams told an ience attending the ham Chapter, /^CP’s annual fun- ser Saturday night. , lacks must spend dollars according to real needs and not luse of the “seduc- charm of erialism,” Adams He cajled for the nation of a black lomic philosophy, wherein the black ar can recirculate in the black com- lity before it leaves, one wherein blacks “demonstrate more , caring fbr each ir.” We need to handle resources on the of our own Dsophy, ethic and ire,” Adams, said. Ill’ll never be free as as you are financed lomebody else.” The id applauded en- liastically. 1 an address geared ficularly toward the middle class, ms said, “we can scover our passion justice,” provided we SI in the black com ity to aid the less unate. dams, bishop of the ond Episcopal riel of the African wdist Episcopal rch, remained in uni- 'ith the occasion — Seventh Annual dom Fund Dinner — he urged steps for :ks to take toward 'ntinued On Page 3) By Kelvin A. Bell A minor planet (commonly refer red to as an asteroid) has been named in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The announcement, which came from the International, Agronomical Union (lAU), marks the first lime such a body has been. named for an American black. The announcement, published in the Minor Planet Circulars/Minor Planets and Comets, was brought to the attention of The Carolina Times by Dr. J.E. Gunter, a retired pathologist and amateur astronomer in Durham. Dr. Gunter, who first became interested in astronomy while taking a course at the Morehead Observatory in 1968, noted that some 2400 asteroids have been discovered since the discovery of Ceres in 1801. Of these, 2100 are well enough known in their orbits to have been named (mostly for mythological characters, astronomers, or their family members). Gunter pointed out that there are six major orbital elements which help provide precise determination of an asteroid’sorientation in space and the size and elipticity of the orbit. Once these elements are determined, then an asteroid can be named. Asteroid No. 2305, discovered September 12, 1980 at Harvard Col lege Observatory’s Agassiz Station near Cambridge, Massachusetts, was named by the International Astronomical Union “in memorv of Martin Luther King (1929-1968)'the American civil rights leader who worked to bring about social, political and economic equality for blacks by peaceful means. A ^ptist minister who received the 1964 Nobel Peace Prize, he preached ‘non-violent resistence’ to achieve full civil rights for all.” The lAU, whose membership is made up of all countries involved in astronomy, is the naming organiza tion for craters on the moon, new satellites, asteroids, etc. Cong. Chisholm Shocked By View of Apartheid NAACP FREEDOM FUND DINNER Bishop John H. Adams, (top photo) presiding prelate of the Second Episcopal District, African Methodist Episcopal Church, tells NAACP Frecdt)m Fund Dinner audience that blacks need a new economic plan. Seated is Dr. Grady D. Davis, pastor of Union Baptist Church, Durham, who was the 1981 NAACP honoree. Bottom photo shows part of the capacity crowd on hand for the occasion. Photos by Silas Mayfield rban Enterprise Zone Act , Pros and Cons By Donald Alderman last week’s issue (August 29) facts and figures of the Urban and Enterprise Zone Act of 1981 given. The bill’s first introduc- in 1980 was followed by many 'nal discussions and congres- ildebates, after which a remodel- leasure was, introduced in 1981. has gained substantial, bi- san support in both houses of itess and from many national mtations including the National “ League, the NAACP, the Na- I Urban Coalition and the Na ll League of (Jities. Although the ®e has gained influential en- jments, special provisions of the lave not escaped criticism. This examines them. . IMIion 'lies argue tfiat while the limit on ■'Jmber of areas that can be '^*1 enterprise zones in one year ’"for monitoring and evaluating ' 'Xperimental approach to inner ’ evitalization, there are negative to zone limitation. Critics ' ' .i^t HUD’s designation discre- inevitably lead to political “reand favoritism. The bill pro- tltat HUD give priority to the* test areas.” Labor experts also .I'd that the bill will not leantly reduce unemployment ■a maximum of only 75 zones “declared during the first three 'Of enactment. Minority groups at even though black unemploy- tday be reduced, the number of eatreprenuers may not increase (j^doral loan programs such as 1." Business Administration been severely reduced. groups add that it is im- economic dif- between reducing minority 'P'oyment and inpreasing; busines! Local Commitment The local commitment mainly con sists of local and state government’s relaxing regulations and reducing taxes, to. remove obstacles that may hinder the creation or smooth opera- . tion of new businesses. Labor and community groups argue that although the local commitment must be in writing, there is no provision strengthening commitments should conditions warrant enhancement. Critics suggest a forrnal Enterprise - Zone contract be drawn up betwepn|.^ th^ federal and local governments, allowing each party to offer extra in centives to ensure the creation of new ' business. For example, the bill pro vides for the local government to ob tain local commitments from existing, businesses to train the unskilled within a zone. To gain such business, commitments, local and federal agen cies maV agree to additional incen tives such as a reduction in those ex isting businesses’ taxes. Critics fear that without a contract which will be ' flexible in providing extra incentives, existing business may not cooperate, and local governments may not be willing to fund training programs. Tax Inceijtives Although employer tax incentives did not escape criticism, community groups are mostly concerned with employee tax incentives. Although employees may take a tax credit of five per cent off income taxes, com munity groups say the incentive may not significantly reduce the effect of the “poverty trap.” Welfare reci pients may not be inclined to, work since their net income on low paying jobs may be less ■'’ than welfare benefits. Unless workers within a zone are paid considerably more than the minimum wage,, this effect will . not be dodged, critics say. They add, (Oohtinued On Pa^ 3) ' Reagan Proposes Further Attack On Minority Gains By Donald Alderman As spoken and feared by many Reagan foes, his attack on human needs and services as evidenced by his record budget slashing victory represented. only a preface of ^attacks on, past gains won by blacks and other minorities. Last week, the President announced through his labor secretary, Ray mond J. Donpvan, pro posals to relax affir mative action and anti- discrimination regula tions for federal contrac tors, abandoning or severely reducing the federal commitment to assisting minorities in gaining a fair share of the multibillion dollars in federal contracts. The current regula tions grew out of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, which was originally designed to give blacks a toehold in the public contract business. The Reagan administration contends the changes “will create incentives for voluntary com pliance and put an end to mindless confrontation with employers. . . .” The proposals would remove from affirmative action scrutiny about 75% of ail employers who do business with the federal government. The administration contends, .even so, that 77% of workers presently af fected would remain pro tected. Black and other minority groups have I charged tffat the relaxa tion of affirmative ac tion regulations will mark a return to the “ar ray of Jim Crow laws and customs which per vaded American society.” Benjamin L. Hooks, executive director of the NAACP, has expressed grave concern about the general thrust of the pro posals. He said: “It is no secret that black Americans and other minorities view y.ith in creasing alarm t ie drift of this Administration away from the strong and affirmative role in the civil rights areha. . . Hooks challenged the Administration’s asser tion that only 25% of,the minorities working for federal contractors will be affected. “Its (the regulations) purpose was not to freeze black ad vancement at some art bitrary, level,” Hooks ex plains, “but to expand opportunities in other areas where blacks have been excluded.” Hooks added that to eliminate affirmative ac tion requirements for businesses that employ (Continued bn Page 7) Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm , (D-NY) recently returned from an 18-day Congres sional study mission to six nations on the African continent. In cluded in the itinerary was a four-day visit in South Africa, where she was shocked and depressed by the condi- • tion of that country’s non-white residents- under the apartheid system of racial segrega tion. “1 was just not prepared,” the Con gresswoman said, “for the first-hand evidence of harsh repression and discrimination in South Africa. I personally witnessed the despera tion and human tragedy which is so prevalent there. I saw black women and children for cibly evicted, in the cold rain, from their make shift shelters in Langa, an area the Government has declared off-limits to black squatters.” “I could see, in a starkness we in America are not used to, the human cost of apartheid. Black workers. travel many hours each day from their homes to jobs in the city, and then must rush to leave the city’s borders before sunset to avoid being ‘detained’ by the police after dark. By conscious government decision, black com munities are isolated im poverished, neglected, and grossly underserved by basic public services. Anyone who protests these conditions. . is followed, harassed, ar rested, or banned by an all-pervasive police power.” , The Members of Con gress spoke with a wide spectrum of government and community leaders. ‘/Because of the weak and ambivalent U.S. policies on South Africa,” Mrs. Chisholm explained, “neither side in the conflict was happy to see an American ' delegation. Government representatives accused us of meddling, and the blacks blamed us for our country’s apparent con doning of the status quo. However, we all came away with a sense that the South African 'Government is resisting reform and is perhaps even taking significant steps backward.” “Everywhere we heard”, Representative Chisholm revealed, “great apprehension about the increasing chances for violent upheaval. Many blacks are determined that their children must not grow up under such a systgm, and the whites are equal ly determined to preserve i their total domination of , the economy and society. ; Prospects for peaceful I change appear dim, and fading.” “1 came back,” the Congresswoman con cluded, - “believing the unbelievable about South .Africa’s racial system; and more impor tant, I came back even more committed to en ding any semblance of American support for 'il.’' September is National Sickle Cell GIVE! Month Groups Lash Utility Rate Hike Proposal By Donald Aldermah A diverse group of Durham communify members and organiza tions voiced stern op position to Duke Power Company’s proposed rate increase of 19.7 per cent before a state Utilities Commission public hearing Monday night. The often heated ses sion lasted nearly four hours as almost forty speakers, representing themselves or organiza tions, presented facts and opinions as to why the rate increase should be denied. About the only person speaking in favor of the $211 million increase was Lloyd Gurley of the Durham Chamber of Commerce. His com ments did not set well with many of the 200 or so persons packing the City Council chambers: as many verbally, ex pressed their contempt throughout his speech. Duke Power contends '■the increase is imperative to dodge possible power shortages in the Carolinas in the next decade. Its officials said the increase will help to build six nuclear power plants and aid their fight against inflation. Sam Reed, appearing on behalf of the National Council of Senior Citizens-Piedmont Region, reminded Duke Power that senior citizens are aware of ris ing costs also. He said: “We too know something about infla-, tion, since we face it day, after day at the super market or at the gas pumps. We also know something about the monopolies like Duke Power, the big oil com panies and others reap ing huge _t)rofits at the expense of the common people.” Reed said Duke Power reported net profits of over $311 Thilliop in 1980. He urged the elec trical company to stop playing politics with the public and not to put heavier financial burdens on consumers. Ms. Julia Borberly-. Brown of the Durham Voters Alliance said her efforts to conserve energy, as suggested by Duke Power advertising campaigns, are fruitless in saving her family money because the com pany regularly seeks rate increases. Weils Eddleman, an energy ■ consultant representing Citizens United for Fair Electric Rates, said Duke Power’s return on invest ment is higher than any electric company in the Southeast. Stating fur ther why the increase should be disallowed, he said the company’s con" servation rate penalizes the poor while aiding the, wealthy. Offering additional expert testimony in op position to the rate in crease was Dan Besep (Con;
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